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Holiday Program brings us together again

For the first time in three years, the melodic sounds of boys’ voices raised in song filled the hall of Lowenstein Auditorium at Temple Emanu-El and the ears of proud families at Browning’s Holiday Program. After a speech from Head of School Dr. John Botti extolling the virtue of giving, receiving, and recognizing gifts, the audience enjoyed outstanding performances from boys in all grades. The boys sang and danced to contemporary music as well as traditional favorites, including “This Little Light of Mine,” “Pure Imagination,” and “O Come, All Ye Faithful.”

FANbassadors connect with prospective families

Browning has launched the Family Ambassador Network (FAN), which aims to help prospective families get to know Browning better by connecting them to current families in a variety of ways, including at recruitment events or open houses.

According to a recent survey from the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), 79% of respondents indicated that they relied on “friends, other parents, or alumni” when selecting potential schools and completing the admission process. Prospective families at Browning have always welcomed opportunities to speak to current families to get the most authentic sense of the school experience.

Grade 10 parent Elisa Strohfeldt said about the program, “We are looking forward to helping welcome prospective families at Browning, as this is a very special place and we love it with all our heart.”

CERTIFICATES OF DISTINCTION Two Certificates of Distinction added

In its second year of existence, our Certificates of Distinction program has added two new strands data science and fine arts. Led by Dr. Melodie Ting and Kate Bancroft, respectively, certificates in these two disciplines join engineering and humanities, bringing to four the total number of courses of study in which boys can pursue their passions.

Starting in their sophomore year, boys learn about the competencies needed to complete this independent study, and begin working on a portfolio. Before their senior year, they will decide on a project proposal, which they will defend in order to be awarded the Certificate of Distinction.